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M-553 pavement sealing work starts July 22 in Marquette County
July 15, 2024
MARQUETTE, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is investing about $2.1 million to resurface 13 miles of M-553 from M-35 north to County Road 480 in Marquette County. Work includes pavement sealing, edge trimming, hand patching, and pavement markings.
County:
Marquette
Highway:
M-553
Closest cities:
Gwinn, Marquette
Start date:
Monday, July 22, 2024
Estimated end date:
Early September 2024
Traffic restrictions:
Work will require single-lane closures with one lane of alternating traffic open using traffic regulators.
Jobs numbers:
Based on economic modeling, this investment is expected to directly and indirectly support 25 jobs.
Safety benefit:
This project will increase safety for motorists and extend the lifespan of the roadway.
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